In this week's exciting episode of The Runna Podcast, Ben and Anya sit down with the inspiring Lewis Robling (@lewis_robling), a former professional rugby player turned ultra runner and founder of "Why We Run”. Lewis shares his remarkable journey, detailing how his own mental health struggles led him to discover a passion for running. This passion not only transformed his own life but also empowered him to help others facing similar challenges. By collaborating with mental health charities, Lewis has made a significant impact on many lives while navigating his own transition from rugby to ultra running. His story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of community.Highlights include:Discovering a Passion: How Lewis found his love for running after a career in professional rugby.Overcoming Setbacks: He uncovers the difficulties elite sport retirement brings - a significant challenge that tested his perseverance and the strategies he used to come back stronger.Practical Advice: Valuable tips for aspiring runners on training, staying motivated, and avoiding common pitfalls.Community Power: The emotional and social benefits of being part of a supportive running community.Myth Busting: we discuss common running myths and debunk them Don’t forget to hit the like button and subscribe to be notified of all future episodes. As always, don’t forget to send in your embarrassing running stories to PODCAST@RUNNA.COM or send us a voice-note on Instagram.For a 2-week free trial of Runna use the code 'RUNNAPODCAST' See you next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.